M4.5 Depth: 183.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Moncagua, San Miguel (El Salvador)

UTC time: 2026-01-27 21:06:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 27, 2026 at 21:06 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near Moncagua, San Miguel (El Salvador). At around 183 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by ISC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

183.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-27 21:06:36 UTC

Local time

—

Country

El Salvador

State

San Miguel

City

Moncagua

Village

El Platanar

Source

isc

Coordinates

13.57600, -88.31800

Temperature

24.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

183 km

183 km — deeper than the regional average (53.8 km)

Regional average: 53.8 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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